Vorrei fare il check-in, per favore.

I would like to check in, please.

Pronunciation

vor-REI — stress on the second syllable. The 'ei' is a diphthong, not two separate sounds.

When to use it

A polite opener when approaching the front desk, especially if there is no queue and you want to state your intention clearly.

What it means

'Vorrei' is the conditional of 'volere' (to want) and is the Italian equivalent of 'I would like' — far more polite than 'voglio' (I want). Using the conditional tense in requests is considered essential good manners in formal Italian settings.

Variations

Posso fare il check-in?

Can I check in?

Slightly more direct but still polite

Sono qui per il check-in.

I am here to check in.

Very straightforward, used when the context is already clear

A che ora posso fare il check-in?

What time can I check in?

Ask this if you are arriving early and are not sure of the hotel's policy

Mini Dialogue

— Buonasera, vorrei fare il check-in, per favore. — Buonasera. Ha una prenotazione? — Sì, a nome Johnson, due notti. — Benissimo, mi dà un documento d'identità?

— Good evening, I would like to check in, please. — Good evening. Do you have a reservation? — Yes, under the name Johnson, two nights. — Very good, may I have an ID document?

Cultural Note

Standard check-in time at Italian hotels is 3pm (15:00). If you arrive earlier, luggage can usually be stored at the front desk free of charge while you explore the city.

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